Gokyo Valley Trek

Gokyo valley trekking is the primitive and one of the alluring trekking route in nepal.This trekking route cover more than five view of 8000 m highest peaks ,the largest glacier in the Himalaya of Nepal(The Nozumpa Glacier),The crystal clear beautiful Blue lakes, The chance to explore varieties of flora and fauna as well as the great opportunity to feel and experience of Buddhist religion and culture heritage.The valley situated west part of the Ngozumpa Glacier.from atop of the Gokyo Ri ''The spellbound place” where trekkers can explore breathtaking magnificent views of Himalayas glacier and views of world giant mountain such as Cho Oyu, Everest, Makalu,and Lotse which are clearly visible at the same time .Besides this,visiting to ideal place the home of Sherpa(mountain people) at Namche and khumjung also makes really interesting and colorful with vibrant culture and beautiful landscape.

After flight landing at lukla airstrip after 35m our journey begins gently upward walk several days makes us up to Namche.On the way we can explore Himalayas and intimate with mountain people Sherpa with their religion and culture, is also trading center of khumbu region .Then we’ll head up following the river.we reach at village of Machhermo and we hike up Machhermo-Ri than we will be lastly at Gokyo Ri (5,483M) 360 degree view point then return hustle and bustle at Namche and trace back to lukla then after flight back to Kathmandu.

In the Early morning drive to TIA airport with trekking guide tocatchfly tolukla(A gateway of worlds famous trekking).During the time of ( 40Min.) flight you might feel lifetimeexperience ,theairfield is at high elevation. Then meet our porters and head north fromluklaairstripchablung(2700M).Crossing thetharokoshiriver bylocalsuspension bridge. After passing thebridgeone can see the peakkasumkangru(6367M.)which is most difficult peak to climbing is called.An easy walk throughvillageof Ghat (2550m.) thenfinally,wereach atPakding.Overnight atguesthouse with(Breakfast,Lunchand Dinner).

The day we are making challenging hike towardsNamchebazaar (3440M).we follow the valley of the Dudh Kosi river, ahead through mountain lush pine forests. On the way we meet glimpse and stunning view of temsherkhupeak(6608m) and so many, then after we cross suspension bridge(125m) to catch Sagarmatha(Everest) National park, it was established in 1976 andexpending1148 sq.km area surrounding Himalaya at Manjo(2840m).Then we follow river bank afterjorsaleuphill through dense pine forest over gravel way with facing curve route ascend of 1 and half hour after in early evening we reach Namche Bazaar,a superb place to shop traditional craft and and central trading post inkhumburegion. We spendcoupleof days in Namche for acclimatization. To spend days to visitlocalmarket shop and observing stunning alpine peaks andfirsttimeglimpse of mt. Everest .Overnight atguesthouse with(Breakfast ,Lunchand Dinner).

Day 05: Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar–Hike to Khumjung and Return, O/N at Lodge/Guesthouse.

we takerestday in Namche for the acclimatization.After havingbreakfastwe ascending very slowly intothinair towardskhumgungvalley. The trails passes throughSyngobheairstrip(3795m),from ahill topabove the airport one can see or you will get your first glance toMt.Totse(8414m),Amadablem(8414m),Tabochepeak(6367m).Then you could visit the Hillary(the first Mt Everetascendente)school ,Hillarytrust hospital little before lunch..From where we proceed slowly ascend tokhudewhere we can see numerous shorten(Stone monuments of Buddhist). After lunch you will start the ascent towardskhude,fromthere we move eastwards to meetkhumjung,oneof the biggest and widest village inkhumburigion.we come back eastwards the following steep zigzag trail descending toChorkung(3540m),from here quick descent to catch Namche bazaar,the gatewayofEverest region, visit the local museum is best way to explore traditional custom and culture of the Sherpa people in Namche.spending with second night.Overnight atguesthouse with(Breakfast,Lunchand Dinner).

DAY 06-. To PhorsteVillage-3810 m-4-5 hrs, O/N at Lodge/Guesthouse.

Theday ,Afterbreakfast we commence our trek gradual trial with ups and downs overlooking Himalayan magnificent view of AmaDablam ,Mt.Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse and very close view of Mt.Thamserku.The trails climb steeply out of the valley through alpine rhododendron forest .Along thetrail ,wecan engrossed with spot wild lives like HimalayanThar,Muskdear,pheasantand Mountain Goat .Then we move gradually down up to Kayangjumpa then we eventually reach at Sansa which is one of major trail junction to Everest base camp and Gokyovallythen after we trek toMonglapass(3975 M) as we reach there one can see glimpse of Mt. Thamserku,Tawocheand Mt. Khumbila, AmaDablam,whereMt.khumblia is believed to a holy and god mountain of this area in Khumbu region.Crossing a bridgeatDudhkosiriver(3255m),againwe trek upwards throughalpineforest withwildernss.Finallywe arrive atPhorsejust under the snow filled peaks ofCholasteand Tawoche.Then,wemeet Phorsevillage.Overnight atguesthouse with(Breakfast,Lunchand Dinner).

DAY 07: To Machhermo-(4,470 m): 5 - 6 hrs, O/N at Lodge/Guesthouse.

Theday,weusesametrail to came back fromPhorsevillage toPhorseand we cross the Dudhkoshiriver by using the bridge.Thanwe move to Dole(A small teahouses place) throughforest,wildernessand some best waterfalls. Then after we climb above Dole toLhabarmawith good views of MtThamserku,ChoOyuandother stunning peak.Then the trail leads to Luza (4365m)Along with summer settlement and a charminghalmet.After ascending we reach at Dudhkoshivallyand passing throughhill sideobovethundering Dudh Koshi river and some small hamlets.finally, we reach the last major settlement place Machhermo(4479m).At the sametimeone can see the beautiful stream following downmiddleof the village.we can also visit the Himalayan Rescue hospital to know aboutaltititudesickness and know ways of prevention at Machhermo.Overnoghtat Machhermo in guesthouse with(Breakfast,Lunchand Dinner).

DAY08:TO Gokyo (4800 m): 4 - 5 hours, O/N at Lodge/Guesthouse.

Theday,we climb through a ridge from where one can see beautifulview ofvalleywithmagnificentview ofMt.Thamserku,NorthernCho-Oyu(8153m.) and Mt Kangtesa.The trail passes through a Chorten and we reach at Pangka(4475m.) where 40 people were killed by an avalanche in1995AD.we move towards to the river bank through terminalmorineof the Ngozamba Glacier which is a steep climb on themorine.After crossing the stream by usingironbridge ,thetrail leads firstlake ,knownas Longpongo at (4690m).At thistimewe getchanceto see the lama footprints on a stone isspactualor.Then at this site of the second lake (TabocheTsho) where we become mesmerized by crystal clear blue sheet of water sparkling in the soon.Littleahadeofsecond lake we meet thirdlake ,finallywe reachgokyovalley where we havegreatchance seethirdlake andmagnificentbackdrop of Mt.Cho-oyu.Overnight atguesthouse with(Breakfast,Lunchand Dinner).

DAY 09: Climb Gokyo Ri( 5355m) 4- 5 hrs, O/N at Lodge/Guesthouse.

The day we wake up early in the morning and climb to Gokyo-Ri,from where one can see panoramic views of Himalaya likewise Lotse,Cho-Oyu,Gyachung Kang, Everest, Makalu ,Cholatse and Tawache and great time to intimate largest Ngozumpa glacier which is called largest glacier of this region.After excursion aroud Gokyo Ri with Himalayan views and awesome glacier we back to Gokyo Village and we take rest with taking lunch in Gokyo village.Overnight at guest house with (Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner).

DAY 10: To Dole: 3 - 4 hrs , O/N at Lodge/Guesthouse.

The day we trek back from Gokyo,the trail leads to downhill and it makes easy walk along the Dudh Koshi river when one can chance to see emerging awesome Ngozumpa Glacier.After crossing First and secong Lake, we move towards small stream over an iron bridge. Again the trail downhill to Phangka then we moves to a small monastery,at the side of monastery(small gompa).We can able to see magnificent views of Mt.Cho Oyu,Thamserku ,and Kangtega.We walk downwards slowly to Machhermo village. Again,we hike through the charming helmet of Luza we ,Finally reach at Dole .Overnight at Dole in guest house with (Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner).

DAY 11: To Namche via Macchermo: 4 - 5 hrs, O/N at Lodge/Guesthouse.

The day we will back to Cho-You range towards Macchermo village.we start trek steeply downhill to Phortse Tanga.This day we trek almost downhill all the way along with abundance of flora and fauna including rhododendrons and wilderness.On the way one can see faunas like pheasants, mountain goats, musk deer and stunning view of Mt Khumbila and awesome water rivulets and falls. At Taboche, Thamserku, Kangtega, Ama Dablam,and a distant view of Tengboche can be seen.After reaching to Namche army camp hill,we will have last chance to see mountain backdrop including Everest and Tenboche .Overnight at guest house with (Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner).

Day 12: Trek down to Lukla (2804m) 5-6 hrs, O/N at Lodge/Guesthouse.

The day we trace back to lukla from Namche Bazaar.Overnight at guest house with (Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner).

Day13:-Flight to Kathmandu -35 min. flight

An early morning after breakfast at teahouse we flight back from Lukla to Kathmandu with collecting memory of adventure Everest Tokyo valley trek.

Day-14:-Farewell-Time to say Good Bye

Transfer to airport with Our airport representative ,It is time to say good bye to our respective guest ,Onward flight to sweet home or specific destination.

Note:- We Adventure All Nepal Treks (P.)Ltd is operating "Everest Gokyo Valley Trek" trip with successfully with expert team,if this our set itinerary does not match your desire, time limitation please don’t hesitate to let us know your customized itinerary .We are always prompt to operate trip as per your design.

Cost Includes:

Private necessarily transfer all the way

Hotel accommodation before and after trek in Kathmandu on twin share/single,On B/B basic as per our itinerary.

All Nepal government taxes & office charge over this relevant trekking.

Cost Excludes

lunch and dinner in Kathmandu over B/B basic accommodation .

Your travel insurance for your safety.

International departure airfare and airport taxes.

Nepal entrance visa fees : (You can achieve a visa upon your arrival at (TIA) airport in Nepal. The multiple–entry visa 30 days can be made by paying $ 40,This would be good for you ,if you need 3 months visa can be obtain by paying $ 100 ( for both duration visa need to have 2 copy of passport size photos.)

All types of drinks relevant your personal nature such as alcoholic drinks ,cold drinks,telephone call internet and laundry service

Trekking equipment

Tips for trekking staffs, transportation crew ( tipping Is not compulsory but it helps to inspire crew, per day $ 2 will be good money )

emergency /rescue if in case of natural disaster,political instability,cancellation of flight due to bad weather,road blockage ,landslides extra charge should be carried by yourself.

vi)one of the lifetime opportunity to see flora and fauna, mountain wilderness and Everest national park.

vi) lifetime opportunity to great trekking experience .

Best season /time to trek Everest Gokyo valley trek

we offer throughout the year but at monsoon season during (June –august ) can be make hardly due to trails are very wet,raining likewise everyday and partly clouds so hardly to explore mountain view as well as walk, however all the time is prefer for Everest base camp trekking although (august- December )and( Feb.-may) time is more preferable.

Accommodations during the trek

Adventure all nepal treks (AANT) provide the hotel accommodation for you in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast basic as per the plan 4 star category hotel .during trekking time we stay on local tea houses /lodges on twin sharing basic .we provide 13 night standard tea house or lodge with wooden beds and foam mattresses which filled you authentic rural but we try to provide attach room as possible. But there is some places where tea houses and lodges have basic with shared toilet and washing facilities. If we are coming to trek alone, we need to share room with someone else same gender of our group. If we like to prefer single room it is hardly to get due to mountain region and there are several places that do not allow to single accommodations in Everest region. But we can make single supplement on request by paying $300.

Meals during The trek

AANT offer you the CHOISE menu during tea house trekking where you can select the food item ,brekfat,lunch and dinner from the menu you like, especially we can enjoy taking typical Nepal food, different ethnic cuisines as well as continental,Italian,and Indian Tibetan. Our guide help you to menu selection ,and be sure that you get the food over sanitation environment hygienic ,yummy, and nutritious food . During this trek, we make breakfast and dinner where we stay overnight and for the lunch we make on the way . further farewell dinner and breakfast we will served in Kathmandu.

Water during the trek

Drinking water better to bring water bottle along with you .can make your water purify yourself putting iodine that helps to save fuel also. Otherwise we provide you boiled water evening time at hotel when we can fill your water bottle

A relaxed and hassle free adventure holiday is not possible without travel insurance. Joining any of our holiday adventure trekking ,tour and so many activities .During period of time be aware incurring potential accidents or medical issue likewise( helicopter rescue ,air ambulance and other treatment cost) .if you have proper insurance policy that covered your potential risk expenses .we AANT always strongly advise you that you need to be careful at time of choosing of a policy, your right choosing of policy makes your special expectation.

Acclimatization /acute mountain sickness During the trek going up at higher elevation there is oxygen level going very thin, hats why we always planned itinerary with high degree of awareness of acute mountain sickness(AMS). Our body needs many days to habit to an environment with less oxygen level.AS we climb after 3000m quickly, generally AMS may occur and above 5000m ,there is 50 % less oxygen, going high altitudes rapidly causes a medical condition seriously up to death .So, to a safe trek generally need to allow sufficient time to acclimatization to make a new habit in a new environment. Good planning needs to be minimize the risk of (AMS).AMS symptoms are fever ,headache ,lose of apitite,stomach disorders ,hardly to breath .we adventure all nepal treks (p) ltd suggest our valuable clients who have heart problem, lungs problem and blood disease please don’t forget to consult with your doctor before travelling. But our planned and set itinerary programme try to prevent acute mountain sickness as far as possible.